Algorithms are the heart of computer science, and the subject has

countless practical applications as well as intellectual depth. This

specialization is an introduction to algorithms for learners with at
least a little programming experience. The specialization is rigorous
but emphasizes the big picture and conceptual understanding over
low-level implementation and mathematical details. After
completing this specialization, you will be well-positioned to ace
your technical interviews and speak fluently about algorithms with
other programmers and computer scientists.

About the instructor: Tim Roughgarden has been a professor in the

Computer Science Department at Stanford University since 2004. He
has taught and published extensively on the subject of algorithms
and their applications.